Awestruck is a coming-of-age novella centered around Julian, a sensitive, introspective teen boy navigating his feelings for his neighbor, Cody Paquette — a confident, seemingly carefree hockey player. Set in a snow-covered suburban neighborhood during the Christmas season, the story unfolds over a handful of emotionally charged winter days. Julian spends his time watching Cody from a distance, consumed by both adoration and fear of rejection. When an unexpected casual invite pulls Julian into Cody’s orbit, a series of tender, awkward, and at times heartbreaking moments follow — culminating in a kiss that rocks Julian’s emotional world. What begins as infatuation soon becomes a vulnerable exploration of identity, longing, and emotional risk.